Issue 01 . June 2026Loose change. Sharp eyes.

banking.

3 pieces filed under banking

TechnologyJul 3
Spend Ten Minutes in Your Banking App's Settings. Souk Weekly technology cover.

Spend Ten Minutes in Your Banking App's Settings

The security menu is the most valuable screen you never open. Limits, alerts, and card freezes do their work before anything goes wrong.

By Priya Chen

BusinessJun 9
AI-generated 16:9 cover image for "How to Get a Salary Certificate or NOC in the UAE", covering salary certificate, NOC, UAE HR, family visa on Souk Weekly.

How to Get a Salary Certificate or NOC in the UAE

Banks, landlords, schools, visa applications, and some government services may ask for salary or employer confirmation. The useful certificate is specific, dated, signed or stamped, and consistent with the labour contract.

By Sara Qureshi

OpinionJun 9
AI-generated 16:9 cover image for "Should You Keep a Home-Country Bank Account After Moving to the UAE?", covering UAE relocation, banking, home country account, expat finance on Souk Weekly.

Should You Keep a Home-Country Bank Account After Moving to the UAE?

Often yes, at least during the first year. A home-country account can help with old bills, tax refunds, family support, credit history, subscriptions, and emergency travel, but it should be managed transparently.

By Diego Arroyo